Paraldehyde

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Description

A colorless low volatility solvent. Paraldehyde is used as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, gums, resins, Leather, and cellulosic polymers.

Synonyms and Related Terms

2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane; paracetaldehyde

Risks

  • Decomposes slowly when mixed with acids.
  • Flammable.
  • Toxic by ingestion.
  • CDH: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

  • Soluble in water. Miscible with most organic solvents and oils.
  • Aromatic odor; disagreeable taste
Composition C6H12O3
CAS 123-63-7
Melting Point 12 C
Density 0.9960 g/ml
Molecular Weight mol. wt. = 132.16
Refractive Index 1.4049
Boiling Point 124 C

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